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David Mattis, NCPS

David Mattis, NCPS, offers a calm and steady presence for people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and major life changes.

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About David

David Mattis, NCPS, offers a calm and steady presence for people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and major life changes. He aims to build a trusting working relationship where people feel able to talk honestly and at their own pace. Sessions are collaborative and paced to suit each person’s needs.

David uses plain language and practical steps rather than clinical jargon. He draws on a range of approaches to match what someone needs in the moment.

Background and approach

That can mean focusing on thoughts and behaviours, exploring emotions, or working on short-term solutions to reduce immediate overwhelm. With ten years of experience, David helps people handle depression, coping with life changes and issues linked to addiction and chronic illness. He also supports those facing relationship pain like abandonment, attachment concerns, infidelity and fatherhood issues.

He recognises how guilt, shame and isolation can affect day-to-day life. In sessions he listens for what matters most and adapts his style accordingly. People can expect straightforward reflection, practical exercises and goal-focused conversations when needed.

The aim is to help people feel more able to manage difficult thoughts and feelings. David practises from the United Kingdom and works with people in English. He accepts international clients and offers a range of online formats to make counselling accessible.

If someone wants to start, they complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
NCPS	NCS21-02095	March 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything David lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Ways of working David names

Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor lists and does not check training records.

How David uses therapy approaches online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what each person says. The therapist offers empathy and reflection so the person feels understood and can find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and uses simple exercises to change unhelpful patterns; this can help with anxiety, depression and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. David will discuss goals and preferences and decide together which methods suit a person best. That means some sessions may be more exploratory and emotionally focused, while others will be practical and task-oriented depending on what helps most.

Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls let people meet face to face when they can use a stable connection. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging allow shorter check-ins or ongoing written support between appointments. These options increase flexibility and help people keep momentum with therapy.

Frequently asked

What kinds of concerns does David help with?

He supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as addiction, chronic illness and relationship pain.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is collaborative and person-focused, using clear language and practical steps. Sessions can combine emotional exploration with goal-focused work.

What experience does he bring to therapy?

David has ten years of counselling experience working with a wide range of issues from trauma to substance misuse and chronic pain.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is listed with the credential NCPS and practices from the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.

How are costs and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What is the first step to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.